CPSC2010-03-23
Simpson Dura-Vent Recalls Fireplace Dampers Due to Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Simpson Dura-Vent Company Inc., of Vacaville, Calif.
Hazard
When the consumer attempts to open/close the damper, it can become stuck in its current position. In addition, some of the dampers were assembled backwards and are set to the closed position when the consumer attempts to open the damper. Both pose risk of carbon monoxide poisoning to the consumer.
Remedy
Consumers should ensure that their damper is in the open position when the fireplace is in use. Consumers or distributors with defective fireplace dampers should contact Dura-Vent to schedule a free repair. The remaining unlocated recalled dampers were distributed in Washington, California, and Colorado. Consumers and distributors whose dampers were previously inspected and repaired do not need to schedule an additional inspection.
Sold at
Dura-Vent distributors to fireplace/chimney contractors and by installers to home builders nationwide from January 2007 through May 2008 for between $100 to $150, depending on the model and size.
Affected count
About 500
Injuries reported
None reported.
Manufactured in
United States
Products
DuraTech Anchor Plate with Damper and DuraChimney II Anchor Plate with Damper
Consumer contact
For additional information, consumers can contact Simpson Dura-Vent at (866) 860-7908 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. PT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm's Web site at www.duravent.com
Official notice
https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2010/Simpson-Dura-Vent-Recalls-Fireplace-Dampers-Due-to-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning-HazardDon't want to check this manually?
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